Photo of the Week: Naomikong Overlook

Fall colors of trees from Naomikong Overlook

One of my favorite drives in the UP (Upper Peninsula) of Michigan is the drive around Whitefish Bay, also known as the Whitefish Bay Scenic Byway.

And this weekend I was excited to make the drive around the bay to catch the fall colors.

The drive follows the Lake Superior shoreline along Whitefish Bay from M-123, just south of the Tahquamenon Falls State Park all the way through Brimley. Continue reading Photo of the Week: Naomikong Overlook

Photo of the Week: USS Detroit

USS Detroit on the Detroit River

Like many people in metro Detroit, I couldn’t wait to see the USS Detroit docked on the Detroit River along the downtown Detroit Riverfront.

The U.S. Navy ship, the sixth warship to be named for the city of Detroit, arrived on October 14, 2016 for a week of tours and events. Continue reading Photo of the Week: USS Detroit

Photo of the Week: Chrysanthemums and More!

Ball of red chrysanthemums, hanging from celing

While many people love to see the vibrant colors of tulips, crocuses, and daffodils in the spring, I’m a fan of the rich, intense colors and shapes of fall chrysanthemums.

That’s why I loved seeing this month’s Chrysanthemums and More! exhibit at Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park. Continue reading Photo of the Week: Chrysanthemums and More!